Emma vs Manu

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emma

Girl #2 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strength"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2
Total SSA Count
13,485
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Em, Emmy

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Manu

Boy #5,342 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bird, free spirit"

Origin: Maori/Polynesian

Cultural Roots

Maori Hawaiian Indian French Spanish Polynesian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,342
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Man, Manny

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Manu Rank #5,342

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #5342 for Manu.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

Manu ___

  • Manu Kai
  • Manu Luca
  • Manu Remi
  • Manu Sol
  • Manu Elan
  • Manu Jax

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Manu

Luca Kai Tane Rua Aria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Manu more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Manu at #5342 in the United States.

What do Emma and Manu mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Manu means "bird, free spirit" (Maori/Polynesian origin).

Are Emma and Manu boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Manu is primarily a boy name.

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